Hot Water Beach campsite

Alert/Important notice

Bookings required from 1 March 2013

From the 1 March 2013 visitors will need to book a campsite and pay the total fee prior to arrival. More about booking changes to Hot Water Beach campsite

Campsite category

Scenic

Facilities

Water from tap Water from tap
Toilets Toilets
Picnic Table Picnic Table

Fees

Hot Water Beach.
Hot Water Beach

  • Adult (18+ years: $10 per night
  • Child (5 - 17 years): $5 per night
  • Infant (0 - 4 years): free

Booking

From the 1 March 2013 visitors will need to book a campsite and pay the total fee prior to arrival. This change will reduce the pressure on space, facilities and environment at this popular campsite and provide visitors with a better atmosphere and experience.

Bookings will be made through the Whakarawerewa Village Charitable Trust, who have recently taken over the management of the campsite:

Web: Whakarawerewa Village website
Ph: +64 7 349 3463, ext. 101
In person: 17 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Village, Rotorua

Campsite details

  • Number of tent sites - 30

Camp in scenic surroundings. Relax in the natural hot springs in the bay. Enjoy water sports or explore the tracks in other areas of the lake.

Location

Te Rata Bay, Lake Tarawera.

Getting there

Te Rata Bay, south shores of Lake Tarawera. Near the Waimangu Volcanic Valley.

Grid reference: NZTM2000, E1900487-N5761583

Notes

  • Boat access only.
  • There are a number of concessionaires that run either boat or helicopter transport around the Rotorua Lakes area, creating a variety of options for connecting trails or getting to/from campsites. View guides and tourism providers for Lake Tarawera.
  • Extremely popular during the summer months. Limited lakeshore mooring posts.
  • As well as the facilities listed below this campsite has a shelter for cooking.
 

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Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Tourism Rotorua i-SITE Information Centre
Phone:      +64 7 348 5179
Address:   1167 Fenton St
Rotorua
Email:   info@rotoruaNZ.com
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